Mathematics - Applied Mathematics Emphasis (B.S.)

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Program Summary

The Mathematics with Applied Math Emphasis major is designed to prepare students for graduate studies and employment in scientific, computational, and engineering fields. Applied mathematicians model physical phenomena and solve real-world problems using analytic methods and computational tools. To develop modeling and problem-solving skills, the program combines a core set of required mathematics courses with a variety of quantitative electives from physics, chemistry, engineering, and computer science.

Program Learning Outcomes

Use standard mathematical techniques to solve computational problems.
Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental mathematical concepts and results in the core content areas.
Use content knowledge to solve applied and real-world mathematical problems.
Communicate mathematics effectively using proper notation and terminology.
Use logical reasoning to construct clear and concise mathematical proofs.

Program Information

All courses to be counted in the major must be passed with a “C” (2.0) or better.
Students seeking the Applied Mathematics emphasis are strongly encouraged to pursue a minor in Chemistry , Physics , or Computer Science .

General Education Requirement (30-35 Credits)

See General Education for course options.

Core Course Requirements (12-15 Credits)
Knowledge Area Requirements (16-20 Credits)

Please note: All students must complete a minimum of 30 credits between the Core and Knowledge Area requirements.

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree Requirement (12 Credits*)

Bachelor of Science Degree - Math or Science minimum requirement 12 Credits

* Note: A portion of the B.S. requirements may be met by fulfilling the General Education Core and Knowledge Areas. Because of this, these credits are typically not counted in the degree total at the bottom of page. Some students majoring in non-science fields may need additional math/science courses to reach the minimum 12 credits. Consult your Student Success Advisor for details.

Mathematics - Applied Mathematics Curriculum (62-63 Credits)

Core Requirements (40-41 Credits)

CS 1400 - Fundamentals of Programming 3 Credit(s)
CS 1410 - Object Oriented Programming 3 Credit(s)
MATH 1210 - Calculus I 4 Credit(s) * (can be used to fulfill General Education Quantitative Literacy)
MATH 1220 - Calculus II 4 Credit(s)
MATH 2210 - Calculus III 4 Credit(s)
MATH 2270 - Linear Algebra 3 Credit(s)
MATH 3120 - Transition to Advanced Mathematics 3 Credit(s)
MATH 3250 - Complex Variables 3 Credit(s)
MATH 3600 - Numerical Analysis 3 Credit(s)
MATH 3700 - Probability and Statistics 4 Credit(s)
MATH 4400 - Advanced Calculus I 3 Credit(s)

Select One of the Following (3-4 Credits)

MATH 2250 - Linear Algebra and Differential Equations 4 Credit(s)
MATH 2280 - Differential Equations 3 Credit(s)

Note

* Students who are not prepared for this math course may need additional math credits/preparation. Please consult your Student Success Advisor for more information.

Support Courses (10 Credits)

Select one of the following groups:

Chemistry

CHEM 1210 - Principles of Chemistry I 4 Credit(s) (can be used to fulfill General Education Physical Science Knowledge Area)
CHEM 1215 - Principles of Chemistry I Lab 1 Credit(s) (can be used to fulfill General Education Physical Science Knowledge Area)
CHEM 1220 - Principles of Chemistry II 4 Credit(s)
CHEM 1225 - Principles of Chemistry II Lab 1 Credit(s)

Physics

PHYS 2210 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I 4 Credit(s) (can be used to fulfill General Education Physical Science Knowledge Area)
PHYS 2215 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Lab 1 Credit(s) (can be used to fulfill General Education Physical Science Knowledge Area)
PHYS 2220 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II 4 Credit(s)
PHYS 2225 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Lab 1 Credit(s)

Emphasis Electives (12 Credits)

Select a minimum of 12 credits of courses and/or lecture-lab pairs from the following:

CHEM 3610 - Physical Chemistry-Thermodynamics and Kinetics 3 Credit(s)
CHEM 3615 - Physical Chemistry-Thermodynamics and Kinetics Lab 1 Credit(s)
CHEM 3620 - Physical Chemistry-Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy 3 Credit(s)
CHEM 3625 - Physical Chemistry-Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy Lab 1 Credit(s)
CS 2420 - Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures 3 Credit(s)
CS 3550 - Foundations of Computation Theory 3 Credit(s)
EE 2250 - Electric Circuits 3 Credit(s)
EE 2255 - Electric Circuits Lab 1 Credit(s)
MATH 3770 - Mathematical Modeling 3 Credit(s)
MATH 3800 - Partial Differential Equations 3 Credit(s)
MATH 4220 - Abstract Algebra I 3 Credit(s)
MATH 4410 - Advanced Calculus II 3 Credit(s)
ME 3200 - Thermodynamics 3 Credit(s)
ME 3300 - Fluid Mechanics 3 Credit(s)
ME 3305 - Fluid Mechanics Lab 1 Credit(s)
ME 4200 - Heat Transfer 3 Credit(s)
ME 4300 - Vibrations 3 Credit(s)
PHYS 3310 - Quantum Physics I 3 Credit(s)
PHYS 3320 - Quantum Physics II 3 Credit(s)

Free Electives (22-34 Credits)

Total elective credit is determined by General Education courses taken, degree type selected, additional credits earned, and any additional math or other prerequisite courses needed. For a bachelor’s degree, students must earn a minimum of 40 upper-division credits (courses numbered 3000-4999). Students may need to select additional upper-division courses not included in their major requirements in order to reach this minimum. Please consult your Student Success Advisor for details.